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3 Bedrooms + Loft, 1 full Bath, 1 enclosed outdoor shower (Sleeps 7)

Vacation rentals for the 2019 season will be taken beginning in January.

Lovely cottage, @1300 sq feet built in 2005, vaulted ceiling, . Bonus room with TV and DVD in loft area. White sandy beach is perfect for families. Very swimmable water, which at low tide creates warm pools and sand bars just made for water games and exploring. There is a life guarded beach 150 ft to the North.

There are 2 possible launching places for your boat. Big boats @ a mile to the north, small boats on the beach in front of the cottage. Plenty of space to park your boat at the cottage.

Summer is filled with 'Ceilidhs'-a Gaelic word that means to dance and party. Traditional fiddle music and Scottish step dancing are indigenous to this area.

There is a computer center in the Library just up the street, as well as a medical clinic in Port Hood. The cottage is rented for no less than a week during high season, and no fewer than 5 days during off season periods. One well-behaved dog is welcome. There is an extra $100 charge for a second dog.

Keywords: Cottage Home, Beach House

Bedrooms

3 Bedrooms

Sleeps 7

Owner

Margaret McFarland

Member Since 2009

Speaks

english

Calendar last updated:

Jan. 19, 2019

About Margaret McFarland

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Margaret McFarland purchased this Cottage in 1997

Why Margaret McFarland chose Port Hood

The area reminded us of Cape Cod-40 years ago-except no traffic, uncrowded beaches and the Gaelic influence. Cape Breton Island has truly astounding scenery,(We are @ 1 1/2 hours to the Cabot Trail, with wonderful hiking trails and scenic drives everywhere in between.

What makes this Cottage unique

We enjoy the beautiful sandy beach in front of the cottage, a place where if you're lucky, you might see bald eagles teaching their young. We love seeing the fishing boats heading home in the late afternoon. (We hope they're heavy with lobsters) Lobsters are available all summer, but the fishing season for them is June. (Reasonable and delicious!)

Amenities

Children Welcome

Washer & Dryer

Internet

Parking

Heater

TV

Pets Welcome

Satellite or Cable

Bathrooms

1 Bathroom

Bathroom 1

toilet, combination tub/shower, outdoor shower

1 full ceramic bath, 1 enclosed hot/cold outdoor shower.

Location Type

Beach View

Ocean View

Meals

Guests provide their own meals

General

Parking

Room for 2-3 cars, boat.
NO RVs.

Telephone

local calls free. Long distance cards at CoOp.

Linens Provided

Washing Machine

stacked washer and dryer

Clothes Dryer

Heating

electric

Internet

Towels Provided

Bring beach towels.

Iron & Board

Hair Dryer

Parking Off Street

Kitchen

Dishwasher

Refrigerator

full size

Stove

Electric

Microwave

Grill

Cooking Utensils

Well equipped kitchen. (Lobster pot included!)

Coffee Maker

Toaster

Dishes & Utensils

Kitchen

full kitchen, well equipped

Dining

Dining Area

Entertainment

Television

37 ' flat screen TV with DVD library

Satellite / Cable

CD Player

DVD Player

Books

Games

Board games, cards, books

Video Library

Outside

Lawn / Garden

The cottage is surrounded by wild roses.

Outdoor Grill

charcoal

Deck / Patio

large wrap around deck. Gate has bolt. Great for pets and small children.

Tennis

Free courts in West Mabou.

Golf

Cabot Links @30 minute drive.

Pool / Spa

Communal Pool

salt water pool at the arena down the road. A small fee is charged. There is also an exercise room.

Notes

Our property is @30 min drive from Cabot Links, a new world class golf course, It is also an easy drive to the Cabot Trail, hailed as one of the most scenic areas in the world. Only 20 minutes to The Red Shoe Pub, well known venue for regional Cape Breton musicians.

House Rules

Check-in: Flexible

Check-out: Flexible

Cancellation Policy

100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date.

16 Reviews

Excellent4.6/5

1 - 6 of 16

Great getaway!

5/5

Stayed Aug. 2018

Flora M.Bedford

Beautiful spot, great weather and good company!

Submitted Aug. 18, 2018

Owner's Response:

Sounds like you had a great vacation!

Thank you for taking good care of the cottage.

Best regards,

Margaret McFarland

Great location. Nice home.

4/5

Stayed Jul. 2018

Wendy F.

We had a great week in Port Hood. The house is right across the street from the lifeguard beach and views are amazing. The house was the perfect size and was nice and clean. The only downside was how hot the house got in the afternoon sun. We happened to be there during a hot week and the house was uncomfortably hot each afternoon because the afternoon sun shone right into through the second story windows. Other than that, everything was perfect.

Submitted Aug. 7, 2018

Owner's Response:

This has been an unbelievably hot summer-almost everywhere in the world.

I agree that shades would be helpful on those high windows.

Thanks for your review. I appreciate that you took good care of the cottage.

Best Regards,

MM

Outstanding location

5/5

Stayed Jul. 2018

Jean M.Oromocto

Very comfortable and enjoyable cottage. Perfect balance between high class and cozy. the kids and the dog enjoyed it very much and so did the grownups! The beach is beautiful and the water is swimmable. We found sea glass and ate lots of lobster from the COOP fish market, located really close to the cottage. The view from the second floor are absolutely stunning. We had everything one could ever need and the roses are so fragrant and beautiful! The location of Port Hood was perfect for us, close enough to every wonderful attraction in Cape Breton.

Submitted Jul. 11, 2018

Owner's Response:

Wonderful review! I'm happy you enjoyed your time at the cottage. This part of Cape Breton has so much to offer. Love the music, the beach, the lobster and the amazing beauty of the area.

Come back again, you are always welcome.

Best Regards,

Margaret McFarland

Beautiful Cottage in Cape Breton

5/5

Stayed Jun. 2018

Donna A.

The cottage is welcoming the moment you open the door. The layout is fabulous and the cottage has everything you need for your home away vacation. The kitchen is well equipped for preparing meals and we certainly had the opportunity to eat daily fresh seafood. The cottage was clean and well maintained and the owner was very easy to communicate with. It was a nice addition to have Wifi during our vacation. Thank you, Margaret, for sharing this peace of Cape Breton with us

Submitted Jul. 8, 2018

Owner's Response:

Thank you for your lovely review! Cape Breton's west coast is truly a special destination. I am delighted you had a good experience at the cottage, and hope you will come again.

Best Regards,

Margaret McFarland

Had fun

3/5

Stayed Sep. 2017

Gail K.

Lovely spot. When we arrived a school of dolphins swam by to greet us!

Submitted Oct. 11, 2017

Loved every minute!

5/5

Stayed Jun. 2017

Margaret M.

Darling cottage, beautiful beach.

Submitted Jun. 11, 2017

1 - 6 of 16

Location

Port Hood, NS, Canada

The nearby ice rink( 5 min walk) is available for skating, off season. In season, there is swimming (heated pool) and exercise equipment availalbe for public use. (small fee) The cottage is located @ 40 minutes from Cabot Links, a spectacular links golf course on the ocean in Inverness.

Availability

Additional information about rental rates

Refundable damage deposit

C$200

Keep in mind that this is not a motel. Minimal housekeeping will be required.
1st dog free, 2nd dog C$100
No cats